Excursions Handbook (2)

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RECEIVE UP TO £90 (900 NOK) on board credit with our seasonal excursion packages! See page 3 for details. 2014/2015 EXCURSIONS BRING YOUR HURTIGRUTEN VOYAGE TO LIFE! BOOK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Don’t Miss Out Many of our popular trips have limited availability, so book your excursions before you leave the UK! NEXT STOP: THE NORTH POLE! The North Cape Stand at the top of mainland Europe on our unforgettable excursion to the North Cape. WHERE EAGLES DARE Sea Eagle Safari Enter the realm of the majestic Sea Eagle on this up close encounter!

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Receive up to £90(900 NOK) on board credit with our seasonal excursion packages! See page 3 for details.

2014/2015

excuRsionsBRinG YouR HuRtiGRutenvoYAGe to LiFe!

BOOK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL

Don’t Miss outMany of our popular trips have limited availability, so book your excursions before you leave the UK!

NExT sTOp: ThE NORTh pOLE!

the north capeStand at the top of mainland Europe on our unforgettable excursion to the North Cape.

WhERE EAgLEs DARE

sea eagle safariEnter the realm of the majestic Sea Eagle on this up close encounter!

oveR 50 excuRsions AnD extensions AvAiLABLe These enlightening and exciting additions will make your voyage even more memorable

Add an extra dimension to your Hurtigruten experience

ExCUrSioNSThroughout our voyages there is an exciting range of excursions on both the northbound and southbound sailings. All are designed to give you the opportunity to experience the best that our various destinations have to offer. Choose between informative city tours, visits to cultural sites, bird watching trips or more active adventures such as dog sledging, RIB safaris and snowmobiling.

Booking your excursions before you travel is highly recommended. Many of our most popular trips have limited numbers meaning they can sell out before you get on board (dog sledging, in particular). Make sure you don’t miss out!

We look forward to hearing from you.

EXCURSION PACKAGE OFFERS! Receive up to 900 nok in

on board credit!

All of the excursions in this booklet run in

conjunction with the Norwegian coastal

voyages found in our 2014

and 2015 brochures.

Order your copy today!

spRinG 01 May-25 May

receive 675 noK when you book this excursion package.

riB Safari to Saltstraumen (4D)

The North Cape (6A)

Midnight Concert (8C)

Sea Eagle Safari (9C)

suMMeR 06 Jun-22 Aug

receive 900 noK when you book this excursion package.

Svartisen Glacier (4A),

Birdwatching Safari (6B),

Breakfast at the North Cape (8A)

Visit the Salmon (10C)

On board credit can be used to pay for any purchases made on our ships. Offer is subject to availability and Hurtigruten’s normal terms and conditions. Excursions can be subject to cancellation due to sea and weather conditions.

AutuMn 01 Sep-31 Oct

receive 475 noK when you book this excursion package.

A Taste of Norway (2F),

Monkholmen (3E), Sámi Autumn (6E)

Arctic Bushcraft (7G)

WinteR 25 Nov – 31 Dec

receive 710 noK when you book this excursion package.

Lofotr Viking Feast (4E),

Polar History Walk (5D),

The North Cape (6A)

Dog Sledging (7F)

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2B GEirANGEr WiTH TroLLSTiGEN PASS (GEirANGEr - MoLDE) Our day begins with a drive up Ørneveien, enjoying magnificent views of Geirangerfjord below. One of the many highlights of this trip is negotiating all of the 11 hairpin turns on the way down the winding Trollstigen pass!Date: 02 Jun – 01 Sep Level: 1Duration: 7 h 30 min Code: H-AES2BPrice from: £155 (2014), £164 (2015)

2C ArT NoUVEAU WALK (ÅLESUND)Rebuilt after a disastrous fire in 1904, the town was recreated to reflect the Art Nouveau trend of the age. This fascinating guided tour brings the town, its history and the symbolism of its architecture to life.Date: 01 Jan – 01 Jun, 02 Nov – 31 Dec Level: 2 Duration: 2 h Code: H-AES2CPrice from: £29 (2014), £33 (2015)

2D ATLANTErHAVSPArKEN AQUAriUM AND MoUNT AKSLA (ÅLESUND)We visit Atlanterhavsparken, one of Northern Europe’s largest salt-water aquariums, to enjoy the well-known diving show and a visit to the penguins.Date: 01 Jan – 01 Jun, 02 Nov – 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 2 h Code: H-AES2DPrice from: £43 (2014), £47 (2015)

2F A TASTE oF NorWAY (HJØrUNDFJorD)We guarantee a new, authentic experience in the magnificent

landscape of Norangsdalen, including stops in both the community of Urke and at the historic Hotel Union in Øye.Date: 02 Sep – 01 Nov Level: 2 Duration: 2 h 15 min Code: H-HJF2FPrice from: £66 (2014), £69 (2015)

3A NiDAroS CATHEDrAL & riNGVE MUSEUM (TroNDHEiM)This enchanting tour takes in the medieval Nidaros Cathedral and the Ringve Museum of Musical History, an absorbing collection of some 2,000 musical instruments housed in a beautiful manor house.Date: 03 Apr – 02 Sep Level: 2 Duration: 3 h Code: H-TRD3APrice from: £49 (2014), £51 (2015)

3B TroNDHEiM WiTH NiDAroS CATHEDrAL (TroNDHEiM)This sightseeing tour of the former capital and Norway’s third largest city includes a visit to the famous Nidaros Cathedral, Norway’s largest medieval church and a national shrine since the 11th century.Date: 01 Jan – 02 Apr, 03 Sep – 31 DecLevel: 1 Duration: 2 h Code: H-TRD3BPrice from: £40 (2014), £46 (2015)

3E MUNKHoLMEN (TroNDHEiM)Take a boat trip out to Munkholmen – a part of Trondheim that is full of history. This guided tour of the buildings on the islet will take you back 1,000 years.Date: 03 Sep – 02 Nov Level: 2 Duration: 2 h Code: H-TRD3EPrice from: £47 (2014), £51 (2015)

4A SVArTiSEN GLACiEr (ØrNES - BoDØ) Norway’s second largest glacier has amazed visitors for over a century. Board a boat south of Ørnes and sail through the narrow straits, passing small islands and skerries en route to the Svartisen Tourist Centre.Date: 01 May – 30 Sep 2014, 01 Jun - 31 Aug 2015 Level: 2 Duration: 6 h Code: H-ORS4APrice from: £155 (2014), £170 (2015)

4D riB SAFAri To SALTSTrAUMEN (BoDØ) Travel by RIB (Rigid-hulled Inflatable Boat) to witness the river with the world’s strongest tidal current, where millions of gallons of water are forced through the 150m wide strait. On the way we hope to observe sea eagles, Europe’s largest predatory bird.

Date: 15 Mar – 03 Nov Level: 3 Duration: 2 h Code: H-BOO4DPrice from: £101 (2014), £108 (2015)

4E LoFoTr ViKiNG FEAST (STAMSUND - SVoLVær) The Chieftain and the Lady of the house invite you to join a real Viking feast. Experience the magic and excitement as they make offerings to the Gods, hoping that the sun will return and avoid Ragnarok, the end of the world.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar, 01 Oct – 31 Dec Level: 1 Duration: 3 h Code: H-STU4EPrice from: £96 (2014), £101 (2015)

4F LoFoTr ViKiNG FEAST SUMMEr (STAMSUND - SVoLVær) Visit a re-creation of the largest Viking building ever found, an original chieftain house dating from around 500 AD. Joining a Viking feast you’ll learn more of the customs and legends of Viking life whilst enjoying traditional food in an authentic setting.Date: 01 Apr – 30 Sep Level: 1 Duration: 3 h Code: H-STU4F Price from: £96 (2014), £101 (2015)

5H WHALE WATCHiNG (riSØYHAMN – FiNNSNES)Experience the world’s largest mammal up close when we go whale

watching. Andenes is the only place in Norway where the whales feed close to shore. Enjoy the combina-tion of the whale’s power and grace with beautiful nature.Date: 01 Jun – 31 Aug Level: 2 Duration: 7 h Code: H-RIN5H Price from: £246 (2014 & 2015)

5A THE ArCTiC CAPiTAL TroMSØ (TroMSØ) Explore the gateway to the Arctic on this tour. Take in the modernistic Arctic Cathedral, whose eastern wall is a fabulous stained glass window and visit Polaria, an educational multimedia centre about the Arctic.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 1Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-TOS5A Price from: £56 (2014), £58 (2015)

5B DoG SLEDGiNG (TroMSØ) Join us on a miniature polar expedition. Enjoy stunning views of the ocean, mountains and open plateaus while the huskies pull you over the frozen landscape.Date: 01 Jan – 30 Apr, 01 Nov – 31 Dec Level: 3 Duration: 3 h 30 min Code: H-TOS5BPrice from: £139 (2014), £149 (2015)

“We tried many excursions on our numerous voyages! If you’ve got children, the Aquarium in Ålesund, dog slegding (anywhere!) and the Snow Hotel in kirkenes

are great fun!” Mr & MrS THACKEr, WEST YorKSHirE

“The Lofotr Viking Feast exceeded all of our expectations! What fun!” MrS KirK, NorWiCH.

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5C SCENErY & HUSKiES (TroMSØ) Located 30 minutes outside Tromsø, Kvaløya is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Here you can meet more than 250 huskies and puppies, and learn more about the skills of dog sledging.Date: 01 Jun – 31 Aug Level: 2Duration: 3 h 30 min Code: H-TOS5C Price from: £48 (2014), £51 (2015)

5D PoLAr HiSTorY WALK (TroMSØ) Join this guided walking tour of Tromsø, highlighting the town and its vital links with polar exploration. Visit the fascinating Polar Museum and ‘Ølhallen’, Tromsø’s oldest pub and enjoy a taste of beer from Mack, the world’s northernmost brewery.Date: 01 Jan – 15 Apr, 15 Oct – 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-TOS5DPrice from: £43 (2014), £45 (2015)

5E/F WiLDErNES ADVENTUrE CAMP (FiNNSNES – TroMSØ) Lyngsfjord Adventure and Camp Tamok offer you an extraordinary wilderness experience. 5E includes reindeer driving and dog sledding, and 5F includes snowmobile safari and reindeer driving (self drive).

Snowmobiling available from 15 Nov Bring your valid driver’s licence.Date: selected dates between 01 Jan – 31 Mar, 01 Nov – 31 DecLevel: 3 Duration: 6 h 30 minCode: H-FNS5E/5FPrice from: £257pp

5G KAYAKiNG (TroMSØ) We take to the water near Tromsø with the majestic mountains forming a stunning backdrop. This is a great way to travel silently through these pristine waters and get close to the marine wildlife.Date: 01 May – 31 Aug Level: 3+Duration: 3 h 30 min Code: H-TOS5GPrice from: £129 (2014), £133 (2015)

6A THE NorTH CAPE (HoNNiNGSVÅG) Enjoy the magnificent sub-Arctic landscape as we cross the 71st parallel on our journey towards the North Cape, the northernmost point of the continent. Visit the North Cape Hall where you can see an 180° panoramic film about Finnmark and the North Cape.Date: 01 Jan – 31 DecLevel: 1 Duration: 3 h Code: H-HVG6APrice from: £102 (2014), £118 (2015)

6B BirDWATCHiNG SAFAri (HoNNiNGSVÅG) Travel across Magerøya Island to the tiny fishing village of Gjesvær. Here you board a boat to Gjesværstappan Nature Reserve, an archipelago of islands that is home to two million nesting birds.Date: 01 May – 31 AugLevel: 2 Duration: 3 h Code: H-HVG6BPrice from: £112 (2014), £115 (2015)

6C A TASTE oF LAPLAND (KJØLLEFJorD - MEHAMN) A unique opportunity to meet a family of Sámi reindeer herders and experience the rich history and fascinating nature of the area.Date: 10 May – 10 Sep Level: 1 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KJD6CPrice from: £72 (2014), £78 (2015)

6D SNoWMoBiLE TriP iN LAPLAND (KJØLLEFJorD - MEHAMN) Experience the snow-clad valleys, the fresh winter air and perhaps the mesmerising Northern Lights in the clear, starry sky. Bring your valid driver’s licence.Date: 01 Jan – 10 May, 15 Dec – 31 Dec Level: 3 Duration: 2 h 15 min Code: H-KJD6DPrice from: £237 (2014), £252 (2015)

6E SáMi AUTUMN (KJØLLEFJorD - MEHAMN) The Sámi shamans had valuable knowledge about the possibilities nature provided. Learn about nature’s “pantry and pharmacy.”Date: 11 Sep – 05 Nov Level: 1 Duration: 2 h 15 min Code: H-KJD6EPrice from: £56 (2014), £57 (2015)

7A THE rUSSiAN BorDEr (KirKENES) The only town in Norway where East meets West. We make a stop at Storskog, the border station between Norway and Russia.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 1 Duration: 2 h Code: H-KKN7APrice from: £43 (2014), £51 (2015)

7B riVErBoAT To THE rUSSiAN BorDEr (KirKENES) The riverboats take us up the Pasvikelva, a river with a cultural history dating back thousands of years. See the rich animal and plant life and go ashore at the border between Norway and Russia.Date: 01 Jun – 30 Sep Level: 2 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7B Price from: £102 (2014), £112 (2015)

7C SNoWMoBiLE SAFAri (KirKENES) Enjoy an invigorating ride by snowmobile across ice-covered fjords and the serene landscapes of Arctic winter. Guides will explain the fascinating history of the indigenous Sámi people and welcome refreshments will be served in the Lavvo. Bring your valid driver’s licence.Date: 01 Jan – 05 May, 15 Dec – 31 Dec Level: 3 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7C Price from: £148 (2014), £156 (2015)

7D KirKENES SNoW HoTEL (KirKENES) A guided tour of the beautifully decorated snow suites is followed by a drink in Norway’s largest ice bar and a visit to the reindeer.Date: 01 Jan – 01 May, 20 Dec – 31 Dec Level: 1 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7D Price from: £55 (2014), £61 (2015)

7E ATV/QUAD SAFAri To THE rUSSiAN BorDEr (KirKENES)After receiving instructions on how to drive a quad bike you will set off to Kjerringstupet viewpoint and then continue to the Norwegian-Russian border. Bring your valid driver’s licence.

Date: 01 May – 30 Sep Level: 3 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7E Price from: £112 (2014), £113 (2015)

7F HUSKY SLEDGE ADVENTUrE (KirKENES) Experience the real feeling of wilderness during this exciting ride! If time allows, you also have the option to visit the Snow Hotel* or the reindeer enclosure.Date: 01 Jan – 01 May, 01 Dec – 31 DecLevel: 3 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7F Price from: £129 (2014), £149 (2015) * from 15 Dec approx.

7G ArCTiC BUSHCrAFT (KirKENES) This excursion will provide you with an insight into autumn in the Arctic, as well as how people have harvested, stored, hunted and fished for centuries.Date: 07 Sep – 06 NovLevel: 2 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-KKN7GPrice from: £71 (2014 & 2015)

“During my 4 voyages with Hurtigruten, I’ve probably done perhaps 75% of the trips on offer

(including the north Cape EVERY time!). They are all extremely well planned and I can’t

recommend them highly enough.” Mr MACLEoD, SUrrEY.

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8F SNoWMoBiLE TriP iN THE PoLAr NiGHT (MEHAMN - KJØLLEFJorD) Drive through the beautiful Arctic landscape during the polar night. You might see the Northern Lights in a clear, starlit sky. Bring your valid driver’s licence.Date: 01 Jan – 10 May, 15 Dec – 31 Dec Level: 3 Duration: 2 h 30 min Code: H-MEH8F Price from: £288 (2014), £302 (2015)

8A BrEAKFAST AT THE NorTH CAPE (HoNNiNGSVÅG - HAMMErFEST)Enjoy a wonderful tour through impressive scenery to enjoy breakfast at the North Cape before taking a

drive through the dramatic Arctic landscape of Finnmark county, and rejoining the ship in Hammerfest.Date: 08 May – 07 Oct Level: 1 Duration: 6 h Code: H-HVG8A Price from: £143 (2014), £151 (2015)

8B THE NorTHErNMoST ToWN iN THE WorLD (HAMMErFEST) We visit the Meridian Monument, which is on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, learn about Europe’s first Liquid Natural Gas factory and stop at Mount Salen for a view of the town. Date: 01 Jan – 15 Mar, 01 May – 15 Sep, 01 Nov – 31 DecLevel: 1 Duration: 1 h Code: H-HFT8B Price from: £29 (2014), £30 (2015)

8C MiDNiGHT CoNCErT iN THE ArCTiC CATHEDrAL (TroMSØ) As the candle lights flicker, this elegant church is filled with the sounds of the most beautiful Norwegian folk songs, as well as some classical and sacred selections.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 1 Duration: 1 h 15 min Code: H-TOS8C Price from: £49 (2014), £51 (2015)

8D ArCTiC SUMMEr NiGHT (MEHAMN) Take a drive up to the barren mountainside landscape and scout for reindeer. During this trip we’ll learn about Sámi people and reindeer. Afterwards we’ll visit a campsite and prepare our own food over the open fire.Date: 08 Jun – 31 AugLevel: 1 Duration: 2 h Code: H-MEH8D Price from: £66 (2014 & 2015)

9A A TASTE oF VESTErÅLEN (HArSTAD - SorTLAND) On this trip from Harstad to Sortland we will experience history, beautiful scenery and a selection of breath-taking sights. One of the highlights is a visit to Trondenes church.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 1 Duration: 4 h 15 min Code: H-HRD9A Price from: £71 (2014), £78 (2015)

9B LoFoTEN iSLANDS (SVoLVær - STAMSUND) The sheltered bays and glorious mountain landscapes of the Lofoten Islands are home and workplace to generations of fishermen who have learned to live in harmony with the changing moods of nature. In Henningsvær we visit a gallery which displays art and photographs that capture the very essence of life in these islands.

Date: 01 Apr – 31 AugLevel: 1 Duration: 3 h Code: H-SVJ9B Price from: £61 (2014), £71 (2015)

9C SEA EAGLE SAFAri (SVoLVær) The area surrounding Trollfjord is the realm of the mighty sea eagle. We sail into this narrow fjord, passing through a sound enclosed by steep mountains. Usually a number of sea eagles circle above the boat, giving you a close up view of these rare and beautiful birds.Date: 24 Mar – 15 Oct Level: 2 Duration: 2 h Code: H-SKN9C Price from: £88 (2014), £102 (2015)

9D LoFoTEN BY HorSE (SVoLVær) Enjoy a guided horseback excursion with Icelandic horses. Take a ride on the Lofoten Islands’ white sand beaches by the Arctic Ocean and see monuments from the Viking age.

Date: 01 Jun – 31 Aug Level: 2 Duration: 3 h 30 min Code: H-SVJ9DPrice from: £102 (2014 & 2015)

9E riB-ADVENTUrE iN LoFoTEN (SVoLVær) Join us on a speed-filled excursion with RIB-boats into the fantastic Lofoten archipelago. There is a good chance to see sea eagles up close.Date: 01 Jun – 31 Aug Level: 3 Duration: 1 h 30 min Code: H-SVJ9E Price from: £97 (2014), £101 (2015)

9F FiSHiNG ViLLAGE WALKExplore the picturesque Lofoten fishing village of Svinøya with the expertise of local guides.Date: 01 Jan - 08 Apr & 09 Nov - 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 1h 30min Code: H-SVJ9FPrice from £51 (2014 & 2015)

“The Midnight Concert was a thoroughly magical experience – excellent musicians, a wonderful

building and fabulous acoustics! The experience of driving there at night just

added to the mystery and awe!” Mr & MrS TUrNBULL, Co. DUrHAM.

“The highlight of my trip has to be the trip to the wild and windswept north Cape. Enjoying the extreme weather from the warmth and comfort of the

visitor centre was such a memorable experience.”

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“We took walking tours of Ålesund,

Trondheim and Tromsø. All were very interesting and were a good way to

focus on the local history, architecture and

geography”. Mr MorToN, ABErDEENSHirE.

“I did the dog sledging twice back in 2009, once in Tromsø and again in kirkenes! on the second occasion it was dark as I drove my own dog sledge along a frozen river bed near the Russian border.

What a dream come true!” MrS WHEELEr, BoUrNEMoUTH

9G FiSHiNG iN LoFoTENExperience life on the ocean waves on board a working Lofoten fishing boat. You will visit the spawning grounds of the all-important cod and learn about their significance in the region’s economy and culture.Date: 09 Apr - 08 Jun Level: 2 Duration: 1h Code: H-SVJ9G Price from £81 (2014 & 2015)

10B UNESCo VEGA ArCHiPELAGo (SANDNESSJØEN - BrØNNØYSUND)The Vega archipelago consists of 6,000 islands and islets and is on the UNESCO World heritage list. We visit the “E-house”, a museum about eider ducks and the tradition of keeping them as domestic birds.Date: 15 Jun – 31 AugLevel: 2 Duration: 4 h Code: H-SSJ10BPrice from: £148 (2014), £154 (2015)

10C ViSiT THE SALMoN (BrØNNØYSUND)Norway is one of the world’s major exporters of fish and seafood. At the

Norwegian Aquaculture Centre you will get up close with the sea life, and learn about modern fish farming, from the eggs through to the finished high-quality product.Date: 10 Jun – 09 Sep Level: 1 Duration: 1 h 15 min Code: H-BNN10C Price from: £58 (2014 & 2015)

11A TroNDHEiM WiTH NiDAroS CATHEDrAL (TroNDHEiM) Excursion description: see 3BDate: 01 Jan – 31 DecLevel: 1 Duration: 2 h Code: H-TRD11A Price from: £40 (2014), £44 (2015)

11D TroNDHEiM CiTY WALK (TroNDHEiM) Take a guided walk through the historical streets of Trondheim, passing the city’s main attractions including the Royal Residence, the old town bridge and the Nidaros Cathedral.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 2 Duration: 2 h 15 min Code: H-TRD11DPrice from: £27 (2014), £32 (2015)

11C THE ATLANTiC roAD (KriSTiANSUND - MoLDE) The Atlantic Road is 8.2km long, built on a total of 8 bridges and surrounded by picturesque landscape. We visit Kvernes Stave Church, and have dinner at a local tavern.Date: 01 May – 15 Sep Level: 1 Duration: 4 h 30 min Code: H-KSU11C Price from: £98 (2014), £102 (2015)

12A BErGEN SiGHTSEEiNG (BErGEN) Bergen is surrounded by seven imposing mountains. During this trip you will receive an insight into the city’s history and development from its founding in 1070, right up to the present day. Only sold on board.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Dec Level: 2 Duration: 2 h Code: H-BGO12A Price from: £35 (2014), £37 (2015)

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Please note: These excursions are only available on the Arctic Highlights and Taste of the Arctic voyages.

DoG SLEDGiNG AT THE WiLDErNESS CENTrE (ToMSØ)Complete your holiday with a thrilling ride by Husky dog sledge across the frozen landscape. At the end of the trip a warm Sámi meal followed by coffee and homemade cake will be served in the lavvo (Sámi tent). An exhilarating trip!Must be pre-booked.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 – 31 DecLevel: 3 Duration: 3 h 30 min approx.Code: CENTOS1Price from: £199 (2014 & 2015)

rEiNDEEr SLEDGiNG AT A CoASTAL FArM (TroMSØ) Join this excursion to Risvika for a visit to a Sámi lavvo where you will hear more about the Sámi people whilst enjoying coffee made on the fire. Afterwards, sit back and experience the traditional Sámi way of transport through the Arctic landscape. A traditional Sámi meal, Bidos, will be served afterwards to warm you up after your ride in the sledge.Must be pre-booked.

Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 – 31 DecLevel: 3 Duration: 4 h Code: CENTOS2 Price from: £188 (2014 & 2015)

AUrorA SAFAri WiTH DiNNEr BY CABLE CAr (TroMSØ) Ride up the famous cable car and take in the breathtaking view of Tromsø. Away from any light pollution this is the perfect spot for seeing the Northern Lights. Enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner in the mountain lodge and learn more about the Northern Lights, Tromsø and the surrounding area. Must be pre-booked.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 Oct – 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 3 h 30mins - 4 hCode: CENTOS3Price from: £167 (2014 & 2015)

TroMSØ ArCTiC PANorAMA (TroMSØ) The cable car will take you up the mountain to the mountain lodge where your guide will show you the spectacular view over Tromsø, the mountains and islands. Coffee, tea and cakes will be served by the fire in the mountain lodge whilst your guide tells you more about Tromsø and the vast Arctic landscape. Must be pre-booked.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 Oct – 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 2 - 3 h Code: CENTOS4Price from: £76 (2014 & 2015)

SNoWMoBiLE SAFAri, (LYNGEN – TroMSØ) Join this snowmobiling adventure into the wild Arctic landscape around Camp Tamok, just under 90km from Tromsø. You’ll set off on a 2 – 3 hour trip on the snowmobile through valleys and frozen lakes. On your return warm up with hot coffee, a traditional local hot meal and Lefse (traditional Norwegian pastry) in the Sámi lavvo. Must be pre-booked. Bring your valid driver’s licence.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 – 31 DecLevel: 3 Duration: 7 h approx.Code: CENTOS5 Price from: £213 (2014 & 2015)

iN THE FooTSTEPS oF AMUNDSEN (TroMSØ) We highly recommend this fascinating walk through Tromsø’s charming streets, the starting point for many polar expeditions. You will stop at the statue of Roald Amundsen before ending the walk at one of Tromsø’s most popular pubs, with beer from the local Mack Brewery, the Northernmost brewery in the world.Must be pre-booked.Date: 01 Jan – 31 Mar & 01 – 31 DecLevel: 2 Duration: 2 h 30 mins approx.Code: CENTOS6 Price from: £40 (2014 & 2015)

“I’ve done excursions on both summer and winter voyages and it’s always interesting to see the contrast in the landscape, particularly in kirkenes,

Harstad and the north Cape. All of our guides were exceptional.” MrS EVANS, SoUTHAMPToN

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oVErNiGHT HUSKY ToUr (KirKENES)Explore one of Europe´s last wilderness on this overnight husky tour. Travel 30km by sledge to your overnight wilderness camp where a king crab meal, visit the sauna and (hopefully) the Northern Lights await. The next day, you’ll return to the Kirkenes Snow Hotel for a delicious lunch at the Gabba Restaurant.Date: 05 Jan – 15 Apr Level: 3 Duration: 2 days 1/night Code: CENKKN04Min participant number is 2 passengersPrice from: £1227 oVErNiGHT SNoWMoBiLE ToUr (KirKENES)Join a snowmobile safari from Kirkenes Snowhotel to a cabin in the wilderness! Travel along a frozen fjord, through the woods, deep into the Pasvik Valley where you’ll stay in a cosy cabin and enjoy dinner full of local ingredients. Hopefully conditions will be right for witnessing the magical aurora borealis before heading back the following morning.Date: 05 Jan – 15 AprLevel: 3 Duration: 2 days 1/nightCode: CENKKN05Min participant number is 2 passengersPrice from: £1330

“We had tears of joy throughout our husky sledging

experience, and our stay at the Snow Hotel was utterly

mad but I can’t recommend it highly enough!”

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Please note: The excursions in the following section are only available on the Arctic Wonders voyage.

SNoWMoBiLiNG THroUGH THE ArCTiC LANDSCAPE (KirKENES)This snowmobile excursion takes place near the mountains between Finland and Russia. After instruction you will have plenty of time driving the snowmobile through the fantastic Arctic landscape.Must be pre-booked. Bring your valid driver’s licence. Supplement for single use £67.Level: 3 Duration: 2 h Code: CENKKN007 Price from: £148 (2014), £153 (2015)

DoG SLEDGiNG (KirKENES)Try our Dog Sledging Safari and you may get the opportunity to drive your own team of dogs. You’ll see how to handle these eager Huskies and will feel the exhilaration of speeding across the snowy landscape. Must be pre-booked.Level: 3 Duration: 2 hCode: CENKKN009 Price from: £124 (2014), £127 (2015)

KiNG CrAB SAFAri (KirKENES)A unique winter experience beginning with a snowmobile-drawn

sleigh ride from a traditional fisherman´s home to a frozen fjord. A magnificent king crab will be caught through a hole sawn in the ice. They will be prepared and cooked for you when you return to the fisherman´s house – a rewarding meal at the end of a fabulous excursion.Must be pre-booked.Level: 2 Duration: 4 h Code: CENKKN010 Price from: £137( 2014), £141 (2015)

AUrorA ADVENTUrE (KirKENES)Venture deep into the snow-filled Pasvik Valley from Kirkenes in search of the elusive Northern Lights.Must be pre-booked.Level: 2 Duration: 2 hCode: CENKKN011 Price from: £56 (2014), £57 (2015)

SUMMEr KiNG CrAB SAFAri (KirKENES)Head for the best fishing area in the Barents Sea by RIB on this fantastic excursion. Here you will pull up huge cages containing magnificent King Crabs. Repair to a cosy local fisherman’s house where you can enjoy as much of this seafood delicacy as you want!Date: 10 May – 20 Oct Level: 2 Duration 3hrs Code: CENKKN12Price from: £153 (2014), £158 (2015)

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